Professor Peng Bo, Professor of Practice at the School of Chinese Medicine, Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU), has been appointed as Philip K.H. Wong Foundation Endowed Professor in Chinese Medicine – Geriatric Medicine in late 2025. Established through the generous support of the Philip K.H. Wong Foundation, this endowed professorship aims to advance Chinese medicine research in the prevention and treatment of geriatric diseases, thereby reducing pressure on healthcare systems and benefitting society at large.

Professor Peng, born into a distinguished family of Chinese medicine practitioners, holds a Doctor of Medicine degree in integrated Western and Chinese medicine from Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine. With over 30 years of experience in clinical practice, teaching and research, he has developed expertise in geriatric care and managing complex internal diseases. His research focuses on vascular and airway health, delaying ageing, and emerging respiratory infectious diseases. A strong advocate of the principle of “fulfilling one’s natural lifespan” (養其天年), he actively explores the role of Chinese medicine in health management and longevity promotion.

Professor Peng emphasises that the essence of Traditional Chinese Medicine lies in treating illnesses and saving lives. He has worked on the front lines during major infectious disease outbreaks such as SARS, avian influenza and COVID-19, making remarkable contributions to patient care. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he contributed to the formulation of the Hong Kong Novel Coronavirus Infection Chinese Medicine Diagnosis and Treatment Plan (《香港新型冠狀病毒感染中醫診療方案》), helped establish HKBU’s telemedicine centre, and personally treated patients at the Kai Tak Community Isolation Facility. He also compiled clinical case studies from these efforts, culminating in the publication of Selected Medical Cases of COVID-19 (《2019冠狀病毒病醫案選粹》).

In research, Professor Peng and his team have developed and launched a new drug while securing two invention patents. He has authored four monographs, published over 60 journal articles, and participated in national-level projects, all dedicated to promoting the development of Chinese medicine and its integration with Western medicine. For his achievements, Professor Peng was named “Most Admired Chinese Medical Practitioner” (最美中醫) by HKBU in 2022 and received the School Performance Award in Service in 2024.

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